Keeping up with Chris: Excelling with Down Syndrome
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2016
- When Chris Bunton was born with Down Syndrome his parents wondered if he’d ever achieve the independence they dreamed of… but he has exceeded all their expectations. At just 22 years old, Chris combines part-time work with university study as well as a demanding gymnastics training programme.
Chris invites us into his busy life in Sydney, while his parents share insights they have gained from raising an independent son.
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I cannot thank you enough for this documentary. I have a 2 year old son with down syndrome and I have always been so afraid for his future. Will he have friends? Will he go to university? Will he be able to handle money? Will he drive a car? Wll he have a job? Will he be independent? Chris has answered all those questions with a resounding YES! Thank you for showing what people with down syndrome can achieve!
Hi Bethany, we're so happy you were inspired by our video! Thank you for watching - we hope you stay tuned! 😊
I’m sure he’s gonna have a lot of friends my little sister has Down syndrome too and she’s such a sweetheart
Bethany Jones Rose they’re only as cognitively limited as people allow them to be. I firmly believe this.
@@janeadelaidelennox7193 there several stories online about DS kids graduating from college around the world. There is a misconception that because they speak funny (now there is a tongye surgery to help them with that) and have some learning difficulties and tend to be over weight and not to have much coordination (if they are not properly feed and taught how to exercise) they can not have wonderfull lives (friends, family, education, job, independence, hobbies, healthy life style, values, self discipline, self worth, etc). They can, now we fully know.
@@peaceandlove544 - their "college graduation" isn't what a normal college degree is obviously. DS people have very low IQ, so as the woman said, college for DS is not about academics, but more about increasing possible independence and possibly being more able to speak up for themselves. They definitely won't have any friends. As you could see, even chris has no actual friends. The ONE normal friend they pretended Chris had was a very kind man who knew Chris from the age of 5. But it was very clear that they couldn't have any normal conversation. It's more about the normal boy being very kind and spending time with a disabled boy. But they literally had NOTHING real to talk about. Because everything that is a challenge for Chris and is a major part of his life is super easy for the normal boy.
He's fit, Has a nice office job, can drive and is at Uni.
This guy is doing better in life then I am. lol
Doing better than me as well!
@@Traulma Doing way better than me.
please dont put you down like that... Pretty sure you rocking at something like a passion or something like that!
expected to get a laugh from watching this video but the jokes on me hes living way better
@@daicafromthahood9995 He seems like a real cool guy too. I'd hang out with him any day.
He's more civil, well-mannered than most "able" people.
Honestly, that is one thing I have noticed while being around disabled people of all kinds. Because of my mother, we would often have contact to a local support group for people with a certain walking disability (it is called multiple sclerose and does not only affect walking but can manifest in a variety of ways) and everyone there was nicer than I would have imagined.
And after also meeting people with cognitive and speaking disabilities, paired with my own experience with my listening disability I think it is safe to say that disabled people are nicer because they know how shitty life is and try to be the most pleasant person they can be to make it better for everyone.
At least that is my opinion based on personal experience.
Because he's very lucky to be so functional. I love this guy and his positivity. He is amazing. But as a person with DS he is extremely lucky to be so cognitively functional that he can live a mostly normal life. Most people with the same condition are unfortunately unable to survive without help. They need our help and we should unreservedly give it. Don't pretend that this person's success is representative of everyone with the same unfortunate condition. Help them! Help us all.
He picked up those beans like no-one would ever do. Normal people use a bag like that if they have to pick up poop, but Chris doesn't want other people's stuff to get 'dirty'. That is so considered.
@@mrreisskeks3441 Maybe "able" people are much more competitive than disabled ppl. That's why they are not as nice. Only way to win is when everyone else loses.
He Is very able because his family never gave up on him and he never gave up! What you call "able" people disable themselves...
He's an incredible athlete, especially considering people withe DS have poor muscle tone. To be able to do what he does, he's had to have worked three times as hard as a person with with typical muscle tone.
sarahellen vlogs Excellent point. So true! He succeeded against all odds & what an inspiration Chris is! People with ID often also have poor coordination so yeah, Chris is incredible.
Imagine if he was a normal person and done all that he would be a living badass
Seriously I used to be a gymnast and his fixed pike on the parallel bars is flawless
@@ThanksThanks-rn5tp why cant he just be a living bad ass like he is now? he'd doing better than 95% of civilization
@@ThanksThanks-rn5tp Please don't refer to a person with DS as "not normal". I understand you didn't mean it in a mean way, but please be aware that no matter what physical/mental challenges we have we are all normal people :)
Dad is so calm as an instructor. Even when he gets upset he's calm! Lol!
Im having trouble keeping my calm when my down son slaps me. Hes just 4 tough. Very hard keeping ye cool with them because you want them to achieve better.
ejinathan look I have a 2 year old who hits me. I don’t know how old your kid is but this is normal development. They do it so you’ll teach them better. It’s part of the dance. Teach them.
the dad is a snack
he is the very model of dad energy
Right? Dad fundamentally trusts he can do it no matter how long it takes and I believe that makes all the difference 🥲❤️
He is very inteligent and handsome
C Gray Why would you say that?
C Gray Someone should kick your face in
C Gray you need help?
You are disgusting
Clelia Hinojosa he has downs....no.
He is smarter and more productive than most of ppl I know. Bravo.
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so true!
@@stanlis5408 yeah, people like you.
@@stanlis5408 Nah, just willfully ignorant and all around jackasses.
@@stefantanket8735 Love this xD
He is so impressive, this kid could have his own series.
Thanks for the kind words! He sure could!
My brother had Down Syndrome. He wasn't as high functioning but I wonder how different things might have been for him with all of the help people with Down Syndrome now get.
My brother was born in the late 1930s when most kids were institutionalized. My mother refused to do that for which we are all grateful.
Many kids with disabilities back then didn't live long. Definitely better now, but there's still room for improvement
Now this is what I call parental dedication! Great job! 😊
JAchica11 I agree! I think this family is amazing!
JAchica11 and his dedication too. Don’t forget him. He did this.
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Raven Dethridge You are jealous.😆🤣😂😅🤣
"My syndrome may be down but my hopes are up"
Spooky Fellow yeah
my syndrome may be down, but my money up
roz I’ve seen dat meme
ah i see you watch Roger Brandon
"I am handicapable of math, I REALLY AM"
wtf. this guy is more of a gentleman than most of us. cmon dude. you don't have any syndrome, believe me. you're living better life than many people. be proud of yourself my man. you're doing good job. a good individual in society is always appreciated.
When he said, "How do I maximize what my son can do?" I started tearing up.
This guy is in better shape and has better vocabulary than most of the people without down syndrome.
Absolutely outstanding human being.
I'm literally crying. My wife and I just found out our baby due in March will probably have Down's. We've been so worried for her. This gives me what feels like the first meaningful tangible hope I've gotten rather than the cheerleader platitudes I'm finding from other sources. This young man is incredible! Thanks to you and thanks to him and his family for sharing this story!
Keep strong. Could be the greatest blessing in life!
He's remarkable. His future looks very bright. This boy makes something of himself. He is so intelligent as well. This truly touches my heart.
Lies again? Si Ling Secondary School
Incredible young man. I have a 13 year old with DS who is "high functioning" by most standards but to imagine this level of independence seems miles away at this point. These parents must feel such pride and accomplishment at helping their son achieve what he has.
i guess the intelligence and character of the parents rubbed off onto chris. he is incredibly intelligent and lovable.
I wouldn't go as far as incredible
@@martinsoukup562 bruh, dude drives and stuff, that's impressive.
@@TheKnightDrag0n it is
@@martinsoukup562 Of course he's incredible.
Knowing that people with Down syndrome have low muscle tone to begin with, this guy's athletic capabilites are amazing!
@@marandamiller8228 partial downs is still quite a bit less functional than no downs. Its still an enormous achievement to be able to compete at a level that 99.9% of the rest of humanity could not.
@Digital Electronic Creative You are right, that is an overly generous number. Way fewer than 99.9% of the general population could compete at the athletic level that chis is at.
@@homelessrobot 99.9% could not do what he does? lmao.
i'd argue that 99.9% of people could do that.
@@fopperer I will wait patiently for you to post videos of you doing flares on a pommel horse or pull-overs on rings.
@@homelessrobot Which would prove nothing.
He's so engaging as an interviewer. 😊
I would have liked to have this man when I was learning to drive.
He sure is an amazing father isn't he! Thanks for watching!
Raven Dethridge this is the most disgusting thing I’ve ever read.
he is so well spoken!!
He sure is Lene! Hope you enjoyed the episode !
So many ordinary people are unable to complete high school, the fact that Chris, even with needing to work harder than the average person, passed high school with flying colours is just one of the things that makes this young man extraordinary. well done Chris, be proud of yourself, you are an inspiration !
Those are some outstanding parents. Wow.
Thanks for watching Bri , hope you enjoyed!
Such a handsome, strong young man. 😍
Thanks for your message - we hope you enjoyed the story! Chris is a pretty amazing guy and is going to go far!
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Cordelia Faith GIRLL I AGREE 100% 😍😍😍😍👌
David Chardon he has better life than you, sucker.
I was telling about Cordelia
That moment when you realize you have zero excuses... What an incredible guy, and accomplished too! Just goes to show that with the right environment, the right motivation, and the right teachers, you can do anything!
It’s amazing how a child could be molded the proper way with the right people around him. Very inspiring story.
Omg! Chris is a handsome fella. Very well spoken. Great parents! As usual, another well done video! :-)
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15:18 was so cute😂 "greeting beautiful people". What a lovely sunshine he is
Thank you Chris for showing a bit of your life. Tonight I was the student and you were the teacher. Keep up the good work and keep inspiring.
Chris is a great young guy!
I know a few people with Down’s syndrome great people
This comes to show how important and essential parental nurture is. Bless him and his parents.
Chris's dad is an excellent driving instructor. He speaks in such a calm even tone. His mother is also very patient and persistent. Shoot for the moon and you'll gain the stars.
It warms my heart seeing him succeed.
Thanks for your support and for watching Lara! 😀
12:57 I like how he was going pick up the beans, the sanitary way and then his mom was like "nope, use your fingers."
cuz you wash your beans anyways so doesn't matter if someone touch it.
mans was ahead of his time.
I always pick up my produce and meat like that. He was being cautious. Shame on mama
I'm DS parent and feel so encouraged! I love Cris and his amazing parents
It'd be really amazing if Chris's parents could do something (like write a book, start a program & train instructors) to share some info for other parents to help their children with down syndrome reach their full potential. Chris is an amazing young man and I am floored by his strength! Keep up the good work (and the studies) Chris!
Those parents are the real MVP's. Keep learning Chris
What a great grounded young man, he knows what he wants and goes for it. I looked after and suported a young man with downs syndrome, it was the best job I have ever done, watching someone learn new skills and be part of it is so rewarding I learnt a lot from him and we didn't let anything stop him from doing anything he wanted to.
really inspiring to see a young man proving that so many people are wrong to think of disabled people as less capable. on ya, chris!
He's a real role model isn't he! Thanks for watching Mesu
well, he is less capable. dont denie that fact. but hes doing the best outta it, thats true.
My brother is on the far more severe end of down syndrome and he is dependent. But it's funny how he also love a structured schedule everyday. He doesn't change his routine, ever. He loves being punctual and he's neat with his belongings.
So much respect for his skill and talent in athletics.
Thank you for your kind words!
DO NOT EVER underestimate the power of passion and hard work!!
What a remarkable young man in a wonderful family. I love that they have expectations of him & do not treat him with condescendingly. Awesome community support, too!
Thanks for your message - we hope you enjoyed the story! Chris is a pretty amazing guy and is going to go far!
He does have luck with his parents. Already the intellectual genes but also good parental support. Great job to all of you!
What an amazing guy. That should teach us all a lesson or two about underestimating people with intellectual disabilities. He will go far and he is a breathe of fresh air and his friends and colleagues can consider themselves very lucky :) I wish him all the best!
Thanks for such kind words Martina! We hope you enjoyed the episode!
What awesome parents for their encouragement and what an awesome Chris!! Hope he wins a heap of golds for his determination and fantastic skills! Good on him! His mum and dad must be so incredibly proud :-)
Thanks for watching!
wow his dad is a good driving instructor. so calm!
Hope you enjoyed the episode ! Thanks for watching!
This young man is an inspiration! I'm immensely proud to be on the same planet as him. 2 jobs and going to university and being an athlete at the same time is more than i could handle, and I still can't drive a stick shift.
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I can't drive at all and I don't have a job... yeaaahhh :D he's really cool I really hope some of the DS kids I know grow up like him, but the ones I know have more severe cases of DS that Chris. Some of them can barely talk and I don't think any of them can read/write
I am mother with little boy have down syndrome . This video help me to motivate about my kid. Thankfully grate presents he have. He is very smart young man
I’m proud of Chris and his parents. I have a teenager daughter with downsyndrome and I’m so proud of her. Each day she amazes me. I don’t know what the future holds for her,but we’ll take it each day at a time.
I see how spoiled and selfish I am when seeing people like Chris. They act like a spiritual slap to my ignorant face.
Thanks for the video! We recently have a baby with down syndrome. We knew the odds during pregnancy but decided on our own choice to continue. It is very inspirational.
Thanks for watching Jo Med, hope you enjoyed!
All the very best to you and your baby!
I know this was three years ago, but may God bless your beautiful 3 year old and may you all have a wonderful life!! 🙏🏻I hope things are going great.
I can't help but smile when being around people with Down Syndrome. they are oddly cute, joyous and innocent.
humbled, but not jaded. If only the rest of us had a little bit of that.
I always thought the same thing. They're magical, it's an instant bad mood remover when see their happy faces. And they're just adorable.
They're better people than us without that extra chromosome despite varying degrees of learning and memory slowness.
Absolutely some of the most sweet and loveable people I've ever had the privilege to know.
What an amazing young man. Keep learning Mum and Dad are very cool too
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Wow. This video opened my mind to a whole new world. Great video! And chris is sooo adorable
Thank you! Hope you enjoyed!
Bruh I can't even do one pull up omg
start with assisted pull ups and give yourself time, it's the hardest exercise you can do
“We have some issues... driving” lol! His little giggles talking about learning to drive were too cute. His parents are so amazing and have done an amazing job teaching, helping, and supporting him. There is no stopping him! His dad was funny when they asked them if they they he will be and can independent one day and he said the only obstacles is his mom letting go ❤️
Thank you Chris for sharing your experience with SO both as an athlete and as an office administrator. Don’t ever doubt yourself. You’re talented, smart and handsome. Please thank your parents for being a part of this video as well. Cheers to you! You’re all just terrific people.
Watching this in 2020:
13:00-13:10 - He’s clearly a man ahead of his time
Holy shit! He's driving stick shift! Most people nowadays can't even learn stick!
He's so adorable and so talented!
An amazing young man! Thanks for your kind words! Hope you enjoyed the episode Sparrow!
I think what they have achieved as parents is outstanding and Chris has absolutely thrived with the Support he’s given, it truly is an amazing eye opener of what people with Down syndrome can actually achieve and the independence they can develop. Although I did notice that at some times in the video, people were actually quick to shut him down for doing things that actually made sense, like for example when Chris and his Mother were shopping and he tried to grab the beans through the bag, which is actually a really aware thing to do, and she stops him and gets him to do it the normal way. I think Chris’ parents and mentors etc. should give Chris a bit more trust, he actually seems to think things through better than those around him. I cried tears of joy watching this video, best of luck in your future endeavours Chris.
That is what i thought too, I always grab my veggies like such and invert them in into my Bags ? is that not the right way ?
It’s not wrong, it’s just different. I think it’s probably more hygienic too.
This family shows some of the best parenting skills on the planet. Remember Maria Montessori actually worked with disabled kids and now is known for teaching non-disabled kids
Thanks for watching Ak A, hope you enjoyed!
I go to a montessori school! Jesus bless you!
This guy is better than millions of normal person i know.
His dad is so patient 22:24 is probably the closest he's come to an argument
what the heck i love this kid hes so positive and amazing
Hope you enjoyed the episode no thanks! Thanks for watching!😀
He's great! He is such an example of positivity that we need more of in this world. Im glad I found this channel :)
im so happy for him, his parents are freaking amazing too
LOVELY! And a stick shift - wow - that's hard enough without other challenges! Great job mum and dad - and wonderful Chris! Hugs!
Just had to pause the videos to say how inspiring and encouraging Chris is ! And his parents are two individuals who have the most beautiful outlook and encouraging to someone who may become a parent soon not just to a child with downs but any child.
Don’t concentrate on what someone can’t do but see what they can do and don’t say they can’t til you’ve at least given them a shot of trying in the first place !
His communication skills are above average, other than his tongue which is causing some difficulty at sounding clear.
What a legend. Best of luck to you.
I’m glad this was in my recommendations. Chris’s attitude to life is really inspirational.
This is amazing! What an incredible person he has grown up to be.
Thanks for the kind words Parker! He certainly is amazing! Thanks again for watching!
So sweet wow and hes really cute tbh 😊
Hope you enjoyed the episode Ariana! Thanks for watching!
His dad is so nice. I dont remember the last time I have seen such a fighter.
This is insane !! Such a strong guy. Such an inspiration. Keep up the good work buddy
Such a wonderful example of human beings! Thank you for this!! I have a 3 year old beautiful boy with Down syndrome and this made my day, surely helps parents like me to find inspiration and never lose breath on our way to raising a child with confidence and hoping our hard work pays off eventually for them.
TEAM CHRIS!!! love your drive and ambition :) i was thinking about returning to uni, now I will definetely go back after seeing this!!! thanks for the inspiration x
Hope you enjoyed the episode Kitiana! Thanks for watching!😀
Mad respect to chris, the more he achieves something, that could be, learning the basics of writing, speaking,to frickin gymnastic skills, the more he wants to succeed to more things.. so inspiring kept me smiling through the whole video.. and props to the parents too, cheers
Such a nice, curious and warm hearted person! What a champ!!!!
this video strengthens the concept that people could change their lives by training on daily basis. I am going to apply this concept harder to my life XD. Thx
Thanks for watching Jiashen Huan. Lets us know how it goes!
Chris and his parents are blessings for this world 😊
WOW - I feel so much pride watching Chris. What an absolutely inspirational young man with such a bright future. Brilliant documentary - thank you for sharing your story with us.
wow, honestly I found this video by coincidence and I cannot be more happy to have watched it. This is one outstanding bloke, an inspiration, the epitome of resilience, well done mate. Not gonna lie I did get moved at one point, wow man, mad respect to you and your amazing family.
Love this! He's amazing! Makes me want to work harder.
Hope you enjoyed the episode Tannie! Thanks for watching!😀
I really think Chris is being the best version of himself within his capabilities, he is very conscientious and strives to self improve, there’s allot we can learn here. Incredible to think that he has what an average neural typical person would consider great achievements, and would consider as a rewarding lifestyle. Now imagine your best version of yourself? Good on you Chris!!! I think I can speak for all of us that we are proud of you :) and good job parents! He is your greatest life’s work.
This guy is an inspiration, props to you young man, you're going to achieve, and already have, great things in life, also a huge hug to the parents for never giving up on his child's dreams and raising such a fantastic boy!!
This brought tears as i watch it. Amazing young man. You and your parents are beyond incredible. Yes your life is good Chris and you make us proud!
I have someone with Down syndrome in my family so it was cool to see what Chris has been able to accomplish.
Chris is amazing! It is so great to be able to see an example of how EVERY child can learn and evolve if they are given the adequate support. I hate to see so many children and adults with down syndrome in my country, who were never given the opportunity to be the best they can, because they were born into a family that was either ignorant or unwilling to help them get there. I hate that! I know some that were never even taught to talk properly, which means that after their parents die, those people will not even be able to communicate their basic needs to the people that will care for them later on. I am sure that all of them, given that they are not autistic, are perfectly able to learn to speak! I really hate those negative examples, so it is so amazing to see Chris enjoying his life and doing things that even the "normal" people would struggle with! :)
Thanks for your kind words piglettoes! Hope you enjoyed!😀
This is such a beautiful story. Chris, you sir, are a legend. Thank you for living your best life and inspiring me to do the same.
What a great guy . This shows that with hard work and dedication anything is possible no matter what challenges are in your way . Keep up the great work Chris !
Thanks. I got a new hope after watching this video.
Thanks for watching Risty, hope you ejoyed!
what a awesome young man! such inspiration!! I wish him all the best in his future!
Hope you enjoyed the episode ! Thanks for watching!😀
Outstanding athlete, outstanding inspiration: and hats off to Mum and Dad for being great role models and mentors: as a family: you all rock!
The most refreshing doco I've seen in a long time. Life is too short to have excuses.
What an incredible young man!!.....I wish they would not label people with Down Syndrome....They are people and deserve the chance at life like every other human being....They have so much to give and are just as clever as the next person.....Chris you have proved to people your true potential....Your parents must be extremely proud of you.
Thanks for the encouraging comment XXXSHARONOXXX 😊
Chris is adorable and driven, and he can fly! The back-and-forth banter with his mom is great. His parents are right to be proud of him. =)
Thanks for the kind words Synick! we hope you enjoyed the episode! Thanks for watching
Wonderfully introspective, compassionate, participatory, appreciative of the rewards of his hard work in scholastics/athletics/business as well as the influence of his parents - Chris is a model person, someone we should strike to emulate. Thanks for sharing this glimpse into his life.
Thank you for being such loving parents, your son is exceptional in every way!